To protect the Plumas National Forest and its communities from the next megafire, the Forest Service plans to burn it—intentionally. Can $274 million do the job?

And with a population density of 43.8 people per square mile, it is the 13th-least densely populated (it is also the least densely populated state to the east of the Mississippi). Moreover, it is ...

Japan has strict rules for visitors, and some will surprise you. Find out which ordinary tourist habits could actually get you in trouble over there.

And for the truly adventurous, backcountry camping permits allow you to spend the night under some of Southern California’s darkest skies – a stargazing experience that will ruin city night skies for ...

That beautiful green bridge stretching across the Eel River connects Rio Dell to Scotia, essentially doubling your options for everything without doubling your stress levels or your monthly expenses.

Zone 0 is the five-foot buffer around a home where all combustible materials — such as plants, wood fences or mulch — must be removed.” ...

Millions of residents face heightened flood risks, as intensified storm activity threatens vulnerable communities with flash flooding.

AUSTIN — White-tailed deer hunters heading to blinds for the archery-only season should experience another great opener this year. Bucks during this time of year gather in bachelor groups and provide ...